Senior Civil Engineer (General)

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Senior Civil Engineer (General) to lead AML projects, assess environmental resources, and guide NEPA compliance. You will conduct data research, maintain AML inventory, and support grant administration.

The role requires advanced engineering knowledge, collaboration with partners, and the ability to manage complex reclamation initiatives within the DEP framework.

Qualifications

• Five years civil engineering experience or six years with EIT; degree options match PA requirements.
• Possession of an Engineer-in-Training certificate or PE license is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop AML projects and review ATP submissions from junior engineers.
• Assess hydrology, vegetation, wildlife, air quality, and NEPA compliance.
• Conduct background data searches, site surveys, and eligibility reports.
• Maintain AML Inventory and input data into the eFACTS system.
• Utilize GPS and ArcGIS for project analysis; manage grant processes.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Engineer-in-Training certificate

Professional Engineer license

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Engineer-in-Training certificate

Professional Engineer license

Job description

Are you ready to lead complex engineering projects that help restore and protect Pennsylvania communities? The Senior Civil Engineer (General) position with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) offers the exciting opportunity to pioneer important reclamation projects that safeguard the Commonwealth. In this role, you will apply advanced engineering skills to develop solutions for abandoned mine land challenges. Your expertise will help guide environmental assessments and project decisions. Apply today to make a strong impact through innovation and public service!

This position serves as a lead worker responsible for planning, developing, and evaluating Abandoned Mine Land projects while supporting grant and data management needs. This role requires advanced engineering knowledge, careful analysis, and collaboration with internal and external partners. As a Senior Civil Engineer (General), you will perform the following duties:

• Project Development: Plan and develop Abandoned Mine Land (AML) projects, classify site problems, and review Authorization to Proceed (ATP) submissions from entry-level engineers
• Environmental Evaluation: Assess environmental resources such as hydrology, vegetation, wildlife, air quality, and cultural features to meet National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements
• Data Research: Conduct background data searches, site surveys, interviews, and prepare eligibility determination reports
• Inventory Maintenance: Update and maintain AML Inventory records and input project data into the eFACTS system
• Mapping Skills: Use GPS equipment, mapping software, ArcGIS, and related tools to support project analysis
• Grant Administration: Score and manage grant applications, guide grantees, process invoices, and support Growing Greener grant reviews

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Wilkes-Barre. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $80,646.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• Six years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
• Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.